The original Adopt-a-Highway program began right here in Texas in 1985. Since then, it’s grown into a nationally and internationally recognized litter-prevention effort, saving taxpayers’ dollars and keeping our rights of way clean.

Adopt-a-Highway currently has more than 3,800 participating groups across the state, and we salute those thousands of individuals who dedicate their time to actively make a difference and keep Texas beautiful.

Check out the Adopt-a-Highway radio spot and be inspired to go the extra two miles for Texas.

Get Involved

It’s our volunteers who keep this Texas-born program going strong, and your help is needed now more than ever. Participation is simple:

You adopt a two-mile stretch of highway for a minimum of two years. Note: Interstate highways are not eligible for adoption.

You agree to pickup litter four times per year (more in some areas due to heavy traffic).

Adopt-a-Highway signs will be posted with your group’s name at your adopted section.

Individuals and groups can adopt sections of roadway to memorialize individuals who have died as a result of a collision on the state highway system. The recognition sign may include the phrase “in memory of,” the name of the person in whose memory the section is adopted, and the name of the adopting group. Please contact an Adopt-a-Highway coordinator for more information.

Why Adopt?

Texas is growing by leaps and bounds, and the surging population means more cars on our roadways and, unfortunately, more trash.

Motorists respond. Seeing volunteers at work resonates with would-be offenders.

Application

Interested in participating in the program? Read the program guidelines below and fill out an application to contact Adopt-A-Highway today! You can also reach your local coordinator with any questions.